Senior Construction Estimator - Civil Contractor - Mayo

Office/Project Location: Castlebar, Mayo

Employment Type: Permanent

Work Location: Office based

Pay: €Competitive Salary package and negotiable based on experience

Experience: 3+years experience on Civil / Water / Utility projects

Visa: EU passport or Stamp 4 visa required

Our client is a multi-disciplined Utilities and Civil Engineering Contractor working with Local Authorities, Irish Water, Group Water Schemes, Local & County Councils.

As a Senior Estimator, you’ll be working with the Bid Manager to deliver accurate, high-quality bids. 

You will lead the preparation of accurate and competitive cost estimates for civil infrastructure projects, ensuring alignment with client specifications and industry standards. 

You'll collaborate with project managers, engineers, and procurement teams to develop winning tenders and contribute to business growth.

Collaborate with the Bid Manager to ensure smooth and effective bid delivery.

Develop detailed cost estimates for civil and utilities projects including water and wastewater infrastructure projects.

Analyse drawings, specifications, and project requirements.

Liaise with subcontractors and suppliers to obtain accurate pricing.

Participate in risk analysis and value engineering sessions.

Support pre-contract handovers and assist the delivery team with cost data.

Maintain up-to-date knowledge of market trends, rates, and innovations in civil works.

Support the Bid Manager with ongoing departmental improvements and initiatives.

Requirements

Engineering or Quantity Surveying degree preferred

Proven track record in a similar estimating role.

Strong working knowledge of civil engineering project delivery and tendering best practices.

Demonstrated ability to contribute in a team environment and communicate clearly across stakeholders.

A proactive problem-solver with a flexible, solutions-oriented mindset.

Excellent communication and commercial acumen.

Package

€ Competitive Salary Package based on experience

Permanent staff roles 

EU passport or Stamp 4 visa required

Contact

Laura McKenna is the consultant managing this position.

If you are a Estimator interested in roles in Mayo you can contact Laura by e-mail laura@jobcontax.com or phone +353-1-9696684 for a confidential chat.

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With over 50 years of technical recruitment experience, JobContax is the leading recruiter of Estimators in Mayo.

Due to the large volume of applications, JobContax may not be able to respond directly to every individual. 

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